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Questions, Questions, Questions
Ever wonder what sort of questions you need to ask your doctor when preparing for treatment? We have put together a few of those for you! QUESTIONS TO ASK YOUR DOCTOR IN PREPARING FOR SURGERY/TREATMENT By Carrie Myrick Hirmer 1. What possible problems should I look for after brain surgery? 2. What happens […]
Posted on Monday, June 16, 2014Read More -
WHY BECOME PART OF A JNF SUPPORT GROUP
Support is a vital part of recovery and many of America’s hospitals do not offer ongoing support and education after a patient is dismissed or following aneurysm/AVM/SAH discovery. This means that thousands of individuals are left with unanswered questions, no support, guidance or continued care outside of the basics allowed through their insurance. It is […]
Posted on Wednesday, June 4, 2014Read More -
A Letter from your Brain
Hello, I’m glad to see that you are awake! This is your brain talking. I had to find some way to communicate with you. I need you to take care of me. As time passes and you and I feel better and better, people, even doctors, will tell you that we are fine, “it’s time […]
Posted on Monday, March 31, 2014Read More -
JNF AWARDS THREE RESEARCH GRANTS
The Joe Niekro Foundation recently awarded three research grants. The first; a $10,000 research grant has been given to Dr. David Miller of Mayo Clinic in Jacksonville. This grant will help fund Dr. Miller’s current study “Next Generation Sequencing of a Whole Human Genome.” The goal of this study is to identify the genes underlying […]
Posted on Thursday, February 6, 2014Read More -
A Year of Reflection and Thanks!
Tonight we say goodbye to 2013 and welcome a new year of adventure, excitement, challenges, happiness and growth. Before the ball drops, we wanted to take a few moments to thank all those that helped make this year our best yet. To our amazing Board of Directors – Your commitment and dedication to our mission […]
Posted on Tuesday, December 31, 2013Read More